Just heard Connex is releasing a new FPV system we have been waiting a long time for: HD (high definition), low latency (they claim "zero latency" but i think that's just marketing), and allow more people to fly at the same time.

Traditional 2.4Ghz and 5.8Ghz we have been using for FPV have been great because of the cheap price and small size, however they suffer from limitation on the number of pilots that can fly at the same time, too many VTX powered on the same time can cause video interference. Latency is low but definitely should be improved. Another thing is the video quality is not really that good compared to the recording cameras we normally use.

The new Connex HD FPV system provides pretty decent video quality for real time FPV, I would say comparable to the Mobius footage. It will also allow many more pilots to fly at the same time. Price is not confirmed yet.

Release date is 10th May 2016.

Features:

• Solid digital link
  
• Fly simultaneously with up to twice as many pilots as analog FPV
  
• Record on-board HD without the need of a secondary camera like a GoPro
  
• Low latency 60fps video and transmission (near 0, under 1ms)
  
• Some other features not revealed yet until release
  

UPDATE (09/05/2016)

More info about this:

Product Name: Connex ProSight

It looks like the Connex ProSight consists of 3 components: Camera, VTX and VRX:

Delay-Free FPv HD camera, The CONNEX ProSight HD camera is optimized for both indoor & outdoor flights, featuring advanced High-Dynamic-Range sensor, allowing 720P delay-free crystal clear video



Delay-Free HD Transmitter The CONNEX ProSight transmitter supports delay- free uncompressed all-digital HD transmission. Optimized for multi-pilot FPV Racing, providing fully immersive flight experience

   

Robust Digital HD Receiver The CONNEX ProSight ground receiver unit provides a robust digital link over the 5GHz band. Its HDMI interface, compatible with all popular HDMI goggles & screens in the market.

   


Here is the official list of Features:

• 720p30 HD Camera, with high-dynamic range sensor and 2.8mm lens
  
• Receiver Unit outputs standard 720p60 over HDMI for reducing motion blur
  
• Compatible with all popular HDMI based Goggles/Monitor
  
• Digitally paired transmitter to receiver for crosstalk-free flight
  
• Supported LOS range of 100ft to 3000ft (300m to 1000m) varies with field conditions
  
• Advanced frequency setup for multi-pilots: Automatic & Manual modes, supporting 27 digital     channels (FCC)
  
• System configuration via Bluetooth using Android/iOS app or through built-in on-screen display menu
  
• Advanced High Definition spectator viewing mode
  
• Camera to HDMI receiver-out maximum latency of 26mS 
  

Specifications Transmitter Unit:

• Dimensions: 70x36.5x7.2mm
  
• Weight: 32gr
  
• Input voltage: 8v – 16v (supports 2S to 4S)
  
• Power Connector: 4 Pins
  
• Power Consumption: 4.1W
  
• Antenna Connector: 2 External MMCX Connectors
  
• Video Interface: MIPI
  
• SW Upgrade: Micro USB
  
• Product  Configuration: Mobile App over Bluetooth
  

Specifications Receiver Unit:

• Dimensions: 75x115x17mm
  
• Weight: 134gr
  

• Input voltage: 8v – 26v (supports 2S to 6S)
  
• Power Connector: DC Jack
  
• Power Consumption: 3.5W
  
• Antenna Connector: 5 SMA Connectors
  
• Video Interface: HDMI (Type A)
  
• SW Upgrade: Micro USB
  
• Product  Configuration: Mobile App over Bluetooth
  

Specifications Camera:

• Dimensions: 28x20x27mm
  
• Weight: 13gr
  
• Input voltage: 5v  from Transmitter
  
• Power Connector: MIPI
  
• Power Consumption: 1W
  

• Antenna Connector: N/A
  
• Video Interface: MIPI
  
• SW Upgrade: Through Transmitter
  
• Product  Configuration: Via On-Screen Display
  

Is it different than this one?
http://www.getfpv.com/connex-hd-video-downlink.html

found this presentation by Connex, talking about their HD FPV system for general drones... not sure if that's what they are pushing out for mini quad racing as well.

Hobbyking talking about it as well:

I came across that same system earlier Sloscotty, that one is aimed at high end arial video I believe.

This new one is apparently aimed at fpv mini quads for racing etc.

As to what the system entails remains to be seen. Camera, vtx and vrx at a bare minimum I would assume but potentially goggles as well... all adds up to a hefty expense!

Chinese clones by the end of the year?

cool. easy way to take a $300 and make an $1800 quad...... SIGN ME UP........ (enter sarcastic tone here)

So this is a FPV flight video with this new system...

That's a pricey system.

I don't think its any of the systems currently listed in this thread.. why would they have a release for a product thats already out..

Update from Connex:

Quote:Talking to FPV pilots about cameras made us understand that we require a more complete solution. 

This is why the new Connex HDFPV system is equipped with our own digital 720P HD camera that will be a part of the system.

issue may be the VTX which is 7cm long...

Yea, I saw that post... Vtx is about twice the size of a flight controller.. 36mm x 70mm...

Some info from Connex Youtube channel regarding weight of the system:

Quote:Getting the HD link is just the first step, one of the key factors was to keep it small. at 45gr. fo the Tx+ HD camera we were able to keep the size to the minimum.

SD system weights half of that, but considering we no longer need additional HD cam, it looks acceptable.

EDIT: ah, I see this info also on their FB page, so You all probably seen it earlier ;p

Here is more info

http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/se...-2189.html

Oh god, $499, TAKE MY MONEY NOW!!